Enjoy the beautiful Sunshine Coast whilst experiencing a semi rural lifestyle in Mooloolah Valley, Australia
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Vom Workawayer (Gethin) für Host
John (and Paris!) were a pleasure to stay with. He made me feel entirely welcome, and provided great conversation and experiences for me. He introduced me to fishing, we went out on several occasions, and through our chats he taught me a lot about Australian culture and the local area.
He was a great help for getting established in Aus without
… read more having to worry about food, accommodation or loneliness. He’s an active guy and not one to just watch you work, he jumps in and is flexible with free time. He would drop me off at the bus stop or train station so I could get out to Landsborough or Sunshine Coast to enjoy my time off, and was always eager to help me settle in and enjoy my time. I would recommend this workaway to anyone. Thanks a load John, it would be great to see you again when I come up next, perhaps we can go fishing :)
GethinVom Host für Workawayer (Gethin)
Gethin stayed whit me for three weeks. A lot was accomplished I'm that time. He was great company, a good communicator and a diligent worker. I'm sure he would fit in any future host. The 5 star rating is well deserved
Vom Host für Workawayer (Colin )
Colin stayed for one week as he had another commitment.
In his short stay he completed several tasks I had been putting off because of the hot weather.as usual there was mowing to be done
He is an easy going person, well travelled and fitted in well. He initiated jobs I had been putting off for some time.
I have no hesitation in recommending Colin
… read more to any future host I'm sure they enjoy hearing about his worldly travels.
Vom Workawayer (Colin ) für Host
I stayed for a week with John on his tranquil property at Mooloolah. John has a wonderful garden and an extensive knowledge of plants. I learned a lot about different native and exotic plants during our time. I helped with mowing, clearing and planting lemon grass. John is great company and we had many interesting chats about life. I look forward
… read more to staying with John again in the future and would recommend him as a host to other workaways. Cheers, Col
Vom Host für Workawayer (Janice)
Janice stayed at my place for round ten weeks. She had a part time hospitality job in Maroochydore, mostly working afternoon and evening shifts.
She was well regarded by her employer and was offered the opportunity to to be reemployed should she travel back to Australia.
She has quite personality and would fit in with many hosts.
In her time she
… read more was here many tasks were completed gardening,mowing , general house chores and house sitting on occasions.
Paris misses all the walks and trips to the beach
She is honest, trustworthy and communicates well (english)
Janice is worthy of a five star rating and have no hesitation in recommending her to future hosts.
I wish her all the best for the future.Feedback
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Vom Workawayer (Gethin) für Host
John (and Paris!) were a pleasure to stay with. He made me feel entirely welcome, and provided great conversation and experiences for me. He introduced me to fishing, we went out on several occasions, and through our chats he taught me a lot about Australian culture and the local area.
He was a great help for getting established in Aus without
… read more having to worry about food, accommodation or loneliness. He’s an active guy and not one to just watch you work, he jumps in and is flexible with free time. He would drop me off at the bus stop or train station so I could get out to Landsborough or Sunshine Coast to enjoy my time off, and was always eager to help me settle in and enjoy my time. I would recommend this workaway to anyone. Thanks a load John, it would be great to see you again when I come up next, perhaps we can go fishing :)
GethinVom Host für Workawayer (Gethin)
Gethin stayed whit me for three weeks. A lot was accomplished I'm that time. He was great company, a good communicator and a diligent worker. I'm sure he would fit in any future host. The 5 star rating is well deserved
Vom Host für Workawayer (Colin )
Colin stayed for one week as he had another commitment.
In his short stay he completed several tasks I had been putting off because of the hot weather.as usual there was mowing to be done
He is an easy going person, well travelled and fitted in well. He initiated jobs I had been putting off for some time.
I have no hesitation in recommending Colin
… read more to any future host I'm sure they enjoy hearing about his worldly travels.
Vom Workawayer (Colin ) für Host
I stayed for a week with John on his tranquil property at Mooloolah. John has a wonderful garden and an extensive knowledge of plants. I learned a lot about different native and exotic plants during our time. I helped with mowing, clearing and planting lemon grass. John is great company and we had many interesting chats about life. I look forward
… read more to staying with John again in the future and would recommend him as a host to other workaways. Cheers, Col
Vom Host für Workawayer (Janice)
Janice stayed at my place for round ten weeks. She had a part time hospitality job in Maroochydore, mostly working afternoon and evening shifts.
She was well regarded by her employer and was offered the opportunity to to be reemployed should she travel back to Australia.
She has quite personality and would fit in with many hosts.
In her time she
… read more was here many tasks were completed gardening,mowing , general house chores and house sitting on occasions.
Paris misses all the walks and trips to the beach
She is honest, trustworthy and communicates well (english)
Janice is worthy of a five star rating and have no hesitation in recommending her to future hosts.
I wish her all the best for the future.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Chiara)
Chiara has a bright and bubblie personality.
She is an excellent communicator was always up front with
Amy of her arrangements.
She is an energetic worker with an eye for detail
Her work commitment and helping me out was perfect.
The 5* rating is well deserved.
Vom Workawayer (Chiara) für Host
I stayed with John and his little dog Paris for two weeks, and it was amazing. I had a job in Caloundra, but we found an agreement that made both of us happy. I worked with him for a few hours after my job, and it worked out perfectly.
John is really easygoing and pleasant to talk to. He owns a beautiful property, and I could pick and eat some
… read more fresh spinach and make homemade pesto with fresh basil from his garden.
I really recommend John to everyone!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Emily) für Host
I really enjoyed staying with John. He has a beautiful property and if you're seeking a rural Queensland experience, John's is the place to do it! I stayed with John for 6 weeks whilst also working part-time at a nearby horse racetrack. John is easy-going, he's very knowledgeable about sustainable gardening and about how Queensland has changed
… read more over the years. Paris is also adorable and loves a cuddle once she gets to know youDu kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Miyu) für Host
I stayed at John’s place for about 2 weeks. While my stay, my car had some problem. So I needed to go to mechanic few times and he was always flexible with my schedule. Helping outside was bit tough when it’s really hot or rain. But he was making sure if I’m okay and never be too much. I highly appreciate his kindness and understanding. Thank you
… read more so much for having me John and cute little Paris. Hope to see you again!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Anna) für Host
During my first weeks in Australia I stayed with John on Sunshine Coast.
I highly recommend a great companion of talks and all diffrent kinds of works around the yard. My time spent there was a pure joy filled with heaps of diffrent citrus fruits and little dog Paris.
John is very helpful and understanding which is highly apprcieated while
… read more settling in a new country.
I learnt a lot about new plants and spices and will never forrget the kumquat :)
Thanks again for hosting !Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Alexander)
Alex was great company. My first Workaway after Covid. You can imagine lots of jobs around the property. Not being as energetic as usual following my knee replacement Alex did the heavy lifting Phew the 20 day went so fast. In addition to the tasks completed by Alex. He became aware of a few Odd Aussie sayings.
Alex fitted in well and his
… read more eagerness to help out was apparent.
I must say I was sorry to see him go as there many more jobs to be done but one needs acknowage Workaways are travellers and always looking for the next adventure.
I wish Alex well and I like to think he experienced some of the Aussie humor, hospitality and way of life.
Safe and rewarding travels my young friend.
Vom Workawayer (Alexander) für Host
ive stayed with John for round about 20 days and ive really enjoyed it. I helped him in the garden and we had a lot of funny talks and watched some movies at night. He showed me around his area and told me how everything looked 60 years ago. It was a very historical and nice workaway, I would definitely recommend visiting John if you have the
… read more opportunity to do so. The Food was very healthy and although John was on a keto diet he even sometimes cooked for me non keto meals, he also helped me to find some work and brought me there. Mooloolah is a small village and there is not much to see without a car, so I moved on. Thank you for everything Im sure I will never forget this experience!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Drake) für Host
I stayed with John for somewhere around 2 weeks. Work was never too much and John was always keen to help however he could. It was a lot of gardening-esque or landscaping. If I was working alone, it was always because he was doing something else on the property. The property itself was gorgeous. John loves plants. I was lucky and the grapes were
… read more ready to be picked during my stay. Also, The food was good and pretty healthy. John usually cooked but is open to have the guest if they have a meal they wish to make. Paris was a sweetheart to me and would happily sit on my lap. She listens to John very well.
We stayed on the boat for 5 days. We went to maybe 4 islands. Saw sting rays, small sharks, millions of crabs, dolphins, bioluminescent algae, So many fish, a clear night sky, and much more. It was an amazing experience. We caught fish (and once crab) then cooked them right away.
Overall, I rate my experience as highly as I can. John was the best part of it. He is such a genuine and caring guy. You’ll see when you stay.
If you’re an easy going person, don’t hesitate to stay with John
feel free to contact me if you have questions about my stayDu kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Drake)
Drake stayed at my place for a little over a fortnight. He was a great company and has a bright and happy disposition. We completed a number of tasks around the garden which I had been putting off for some time. The weather was very hot and humid. He handled it with ease. He crewed for me on Serenita {motor cruiser} on a four-day cruise in Moreton
… read more Bay. The weather was great except for the last day. We rolled around a bit on the trip home. Drake handled it like a true seaman and learnt a number of boating skills on the way. I,m sure he enjoyed the trip. There was some routine maintenance to be done on the boat when we got back to the mooring in the Brisbane River. He was a big help;. A task that usually takes me half a day was completed in a couple of hours.
Drake is easy to get along with, he is a good worker, a quick learner. His five stare rating reflects those qualities.
I wish him safe travels and all the best with his studies when he returns home.
Vom Host für Workawayer (RONALD)
Ronald stayed with me just on 6 weeks in that time we completed many tasks around my property.
In that time I virtually did not do any domestic chores (cooking, cleaning). Ronald did the lot keeping my home spotlessly clean.
In the third week, I had relatives arrive at short notice so Ron and I had to share the bathroom and toilet. It worked out
… read more well. He got on so well with them they invited him to their home in southern Victoria when he next comes to Australia.
We went boating a few times and with it, Ron:s confidence with being on the water grew (Ron is a now swimmer)
however, when we ventured into open waters and the movement of the boat increased Ron became very seasick.
His preference was either the Brisbane River or Bribie Passage a beautiful location to relax. He was a great help with lowering and lifting the anchor which is assisted by a hydraulic winch and mooring Serenita (boat's name) He was by the time he left able to operate the tender fitted with a small outboard by himself.
I greatly appreciated all Ron"s help and hope his time with me was enjoyable. I believe he would have experienced quite a few new and exciting moments.
I wish him well in his future travels (which I'm sure will be many more) and his project in Chang MIa Thailand
Vom Workawayer (RONALD) für Host
Thank you John for welcoming me as a volunteer on your property and your boat to help out with weeding cutting composting mulching manuring planting plus cooking and household chores . Enjoyed time on your boat too and thanks for taking me out to bribie mud and moreton islands for fishing. Also grateful for you taking me out to yardina country
… read more market and into brisbane. Your kindness is appreciated and also grateful to have the wonderful company of little intelligent Paris.
Wishing you and Paris great health and the very best with all your future plans.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Pierre-Alexandre)
Pierre-Alexandre stayed with me for two weeks. It was his first Workaway stay. He is a quiet person, very genuine and was always prepared to do whatever was asked of him. I was surprised how his confidence and English skills improved in his short stay with me.
I found him very easy to get along with.
I'm glad his first Workaway experience was
… read more positive.
I wish him well in his future studies when he returns home
Vom Workawayer (Pierre-Alexandre) für Host
The 2 weeks I spent with John and his little dog Paris for my first WorkAway were just awesome ! John is a very kind person, always positive. These two weeks have been very fast and I must say that if the time allowed me, I would have really liked to stay longer. John's meals were very good! I learned new skills every day! The days spent on the
… read more boat were very pleasant and allowed me to learn a little bit about life on boat. What to say about the work ? No pressure, always with John and very various, which allowed me to never be bored. From fix the path to fix the outboard engines passing by shoveling horse manure, everything was really pleasant ! I could also discover sea fishing and even eat the fishes we caught! It was an awesome and perfect stay ! Thanks a lot for this! I really recommand to every other volonteers looking for a peaceful place and nice work to do a stay with John !Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Stanislaw)
Stan is a very likeable person. He was great company and was eager to fulfill his workaway commitment. He was flexible with his work hours and we occasioally worked a full day just to get the job done. Stan was very clesn and tidy which I really appreciated and he was always willing to share the everyday household chores. I wish Stan every success
… read more in his travels and his new job in Finland
Vom Workawayer (Stanislaw) für Host
It was my first work away experience and it was awesome.
I’m a single traveller and I planned to stay 2 weeks but it was so good that I’ve stayed 3,5 weeks with John and his great little dog Paris. John is a great person with an easy going attitude that made me feel, almost like home. He always worked with me (so I haven’t felt left alone) but
… read more he also suggested some extra activities such as surfing and visit at the Lady Musgrave which was an amazing experience. It’s good to have a car so you can visit places: Brisbane, Caloundra, Mooloolaba, Noosa but since I didn’t have one I easily traveled with the train. John even drove me to surfing classes in Caloundra. He is very flexible and you can easily arrange with him some “free time”.
John is also an excellent cook and jam maker. After working, he will prepare great meal and you need to taste his grape jam.
When it comes to work: I’ve picked fruits, clean house (windows, floors etc. ), mown the lawn, did some painting, tree trimming, helped with small construction and so on. John has a boat that needed some repairing (painting, cleaning) and we’ve done it during great trip through the Bribie passage where I was fishing, learning some boat skills and enjoying the time.
John provide great accommodation with your own room and own bathroom/toilet. Also work clothes were provided.
I recommend to get your own mobile data (I had Vodafone) since the reception is not so good and internet might be patchy.
After all, I had a great time while staying with John. Was able to help him, learn some skills, had great discussions and also recharge my batteries for further travels. I strongly recommend staying at John’s place.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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